Conversation 26 - ​​Discussing Specializations, PGM, and Patterns that Remain

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Dr. Stacey Diane Arañez Litam is a renowned expert in mental health, sexology, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). As an Associate Professor, licensed counselor, and clinical sexologist, she has made significant contributions to her field through research, advocacy, and clinical practice. Her work focuses on the intersection of these areas, particularly within marginalized communities, especially Asian American and Pacific Islander populations. Dr. Litam is sought after as a keynote speaker and consultant for her expertise and ability to provide culturally responsive guidance on various topics related to mental health, workplace dynamics, and social justice.

In this episode, Dr. Litam discusses the importance of life-long learning even as she hones multiple areas of expertise in sexology, counseling, health equity and advocacy, including advocating for a strengths-based shift in terminology away from BIPOC and towards People of the Global Majority (PGM). She explains the inseparable connections between belonging and mental health. Dr. Litam also delves into the PLISSIT (Permission, Limited Information, Specific Suggestions, and Intensive Therapy) model, a counseling framework for use with clients to frame discussions about sexual well-being. With over 50 academic publications, she recently published her first book Patterns that Remain: A Guide to Healing for Asian Children of Immigrants

Resources Mentioned:

Website: https://staceylitam.com/about-dr-litam/ 

Book: Patterns that Remain: A Guide to Healing for Asian Children of Immigrants: https://staceylitam.com/patterns-that-remain-a-guide-to-healing-for-asian-children-of-immigrants/

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Created by the OCA's Media, Public Relations, and Membership (MPRM) Committee & its Podcast Subcommittee

·Hosted by Marisa Cargill

·Pre-Production & Coordination by Marisa Cargill,  Kendra Thornton, and Victoria Frazier

·Editing by Leah Wood

·Original music selections by Elijah Satoru Wood

·Closing song: Accretion Discotheque by Who AD